About the PET (B1: Preliminary English Test) Paper 3 (Listening)
Cambridge Preliminary English Test: Paper 3 (< Previous > Next)
Time allowed: 30 minutes
| Part | Task type | Questions | Marks | Test ability to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Listening 3-Option Multiple Choice |
7 | 7 | Identify key information in seven short monologues or dialogues and choose the correct visual. |
| Part 2 | Listening 3-Option Multiple Choice |
6 | 6 | Listen to six short dialogues and understand the gist of each. |
| Part 3 | Listening Gap Fill |
6 | 6 | Listen to a monologue and complete six gaps. |
| Part 4 | Listening 3 Option Multiple Choice |
6 | 6 | Listen to an interview for a detailed understanding of meaning and to identify attitudes and opinions. |
About the Preliminary English Test
Visit the links below for further information about the PET examination.
Introduction
An introduction to the Cambridge ESOL Preliminary English Test
(PET).
Paper 1
A summary of Preliminary English Test Reading (Paper
1).
Paper 2
A summary of Preliminary English Test Writing (Paper
2).
Paper 3
A summary of Preliminary English Test Listening (Paper 3).
Paper 4
A summary of Preliminary English Test Speaking (Paper 4).
Study Tip, Writing and Speaking Practice
You can download a copy of the Preliminary English Test information for candidates pack from the Cambridge English website. This will give you lots of information about each Part of the exam and contains some sample test material.